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Site and Tent Masterexpired

Tweedy's Massive Circus

  • Europe (United Kingdom)
Posted on: Mar. 24, 2024

Description:

Underbelly is delighted to present Tweedy's Massive Circus, a brand new show from the world-famous Tweedy, presented in a 300 seat circus tent touring across the UK for 14 weeks.
Job Description
The Site and Tent Master is a vital member of the venue team, managing all of the on-site staff to deliver a safe, fun and high quality experience for the artists, audiences and staff.

Your main responsibilites are to manage the entire team in order to build the site, run and maintain the site and then manage the site break and movement to the next location. You should be a real people-person whilst also having the ability to manage and lead site builds, breaks and the organisation that it requires to tour to several locations around the UK.

About Tweedy's Massive Circus

Join Tweedy for his very own MASSIVE circus. Well kind of. Unfortunately the tent has shrunk and Tweedy hasn't a clue. Expect a show filled with magic, mirth and mayhem! Join Tweedy and his friends in their very own 'little' big top this summer, what could possibly go wrong? https://www.underbellytickets.com/tweedys-massive-circus/ - www.underbellytickets.com/tweedys-massive-circus/

You will be working under the instructions of the Company, the Underbelly Producers and the Underbelly Production Manager. This role is a key member of the production team and is responsible for all major operational decisions on-site.

If you enjoy working as a team, spending time outdoors and a diverse and unique working schedule we'd love to hear from you.

Dates of Engagement

Rehearsal period: 30th April - 19th May 2024

Tour Dates: 20th May - 28th July 2024

Pay Details

Freelance contract:

£1000/week (£886/week + holiday pay) based on a 6 day week.

In additon to the above, £120 per diems per week

Accomodation provided at each location.

Job Requirements
Ideal Experience

Proven site and/or venue management background, with experience of festival sites an advantage.
Good working knowledge of health and safety in an events environment.
Ability to create a positive work atmosphere.
Excellent leadership skills.
Excellent team work skills.
Confident with power/hand tools (own tools preferable).
Some carpentry experience.
Crew Requirements

Enjoy working with a team.
Aptitude for learning.
Outstanding organisational skills.
Diligence and attention to detail.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanour.
Ability to perform under stress.
Excellent multitasking ability.
Conflict management skills.
Desirable Experience

Driving licence & own vehicle.
Personal Licence holder
Job Responsibilities
Site Build

Manage production schedule and admin for the get-in
Managing the entire physical get-in, making sure staff know their responsibilities and that the get-in takes place on schedule.
Have authority to make changes to the site layout during the get-in
Being responsible for all health and safety on the get-in.
Liaising with the venue to get the connections required in order to run the show successfully
Daily Duties

Manage whole site and being responsible for the entire team
Have final say on making the decision to evacuate the site and stop the performance
Responsible for all health and safety during the run.
Perform any site maintenance that is required.
Site Strike

Manage production schedule and admin for get-out
Managing the travel aspect of the move from venue to venue, including any transport and accommodation-related admin.
Making sure everything is packed correctly into the transport vehicles by the relevant teams.
Job Overview
Job Title: Tweedy's Massive Circus - Site and Tent Master
Salary: £40k-£50k
Hours: Full time
Artform: Theatre
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Temporary
Closing date: Wed, 10 Apr 2024
Location: UK-wide
How to Apply
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Contact email: [email protected]

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Application Deadline: Apr. 10, 2024
Job Duration: Open ended
Job/Audition Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technical/Show Support
Payment status: Paid
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